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VIRGINIA STANDARDS <strong>OF</strong> LEARNING<br />
Spring 2010 Released Test<br />
<strong>END</strong> <strong>OF</strong> <strong>COURSE</strong><br />
<strong>ENGLISH</strong>: <strong>WRITING</strong><br />
Form W0110, CORE 1<br />
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Writing<br />
Directions<br />
Read the passage. Then read each question about the passage and choose the best answer.<br />
SAMPLE A<br />
A Special Person<br />
In English class, Sarah has been asked to write a description <strong>of</strong> someone<br />
special to her. Sarah wants to write about her older brother.<br />
Which <strong>of</strong> these would best help Sarah write her description <strong>of</strong> her older<br />
brother?<br />
A<br />
B<br />
C<br />
D<br />
Calling his friends and telling them about him<br />
Thinking about all the things she likes about him<br />
Making a list <strong>of</strong> things she wants him to do for her<br />
Asking him to take her to the library<br />
SAMPLE B<br />
Here is the first part <strong>of</strong> Sarah’s rough draft.<br />
Draft A<br />
(1)A special person in my life is my big brother. (2)His name is<br />
Ben. (3)He has always been there to help me out and has been there for<br />
me when I needed him.<br />
How are sentences 1 and 2 best combined?<br />
F<br />
G<br />
H<br />
J<br />
A special person in my life is Ben, my big brother.<br />
A special person in my life is Ben, he is my big brother.<br />
In my life a special person is my big brother, his name is Ben.<br />
My big brother Ben, he is a special person in my life.<br />
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SAMPLE C<br />
Sarah has written a second draft <strong>of</strong> the first part <strong>of</strong> her essay.<br />
Draft B<br />
(1)A special person in my life is my big brother. (2)His name is<br />
Ben. (3)He has always been supportive <strong>of</strong> me.<br />
In rewriting sentence 3 <strong>of</strong> Draft A, how has Sarah improved sentence 3<br />
<strong>of</strong> Draft B?<br />
A<br />
B<br />
C<br />
D<br />
She has created a fragment.<br />
She has changed the meaning entirely.<br />
She has expressed the idea more concisely.<br />
She has shifted the point <strong>of</strong> view.<br />
SAMPLE D<br />
Here is the next part <strong>of</strong> Sarah’s rough draft.<br />
(4)The best thing about my brother is that he helps me with my<br />
homework. (5)He’s a really good student.<br />
In sentence 4, he helps is correctly written —<br />
F<br />
G<br />
H<br />
J<br />
he were helping<br />
he help<br />
he have helped<br />
As it is<br />
4
Directions<br />
You do not need to read a passage to answer the following question. Read and answer<br />
the question.<br />
SAMPLE E<br />
Read this sentence.<br />
The race proved that Lee was a<br />
more fast runner than Bob.<br />
In this sentence, more fast should be written —<br />
A<br />
B<br />
C<br />
D<br />
faster<br />
fastest<br />
more faster<br />
As it is<br />
5
Robo Games<br />
Alan writes a column covering school events for the high school newspaper.<br />
He decides to write about a recent school competition.<br />
Before beginning his draft, Alan starts this web. Use it to answer<br />
questions 1 and 2.<br />
Teach<br />
students how to<br />
work as a team<br />
Held in our<br />
school gymnasium<br />
Goals<br />
Show students<br />
that math and science<br />
can be fun<br />
Robo Games<br />
Event<br />
Begun by local<br />
science teachers<br />
Competition to<br />
design a robot<br />
Five teams<br />
representing competing<br />
high schools<br />
1 Which item on this web is in the wrong place?<br />
A<br />
B<br />
C<br />
D<br />
Held in our school gymnasium<br />
Teach students how to work as a team<br />
Begun by local science teachers<br />
Competition to design a robot<br />
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2 Given his purpose for writing, which <strong>of</strong> the following would best help Alan<br />
gather information for his article on the school competition?<br />
F<br />
G<br />
H<br />
J<br />
Consulting a library catalog to find books<br />
Searching the Internet for information<br />
Asking faculty members what they know<br />
Interviewing students who participated<br />
7
Here is the first part <strong>of</strong> Alan’s rough draft. Use it to answer<br />
questions 3–6.<br />
(1)“Let the games begin!” a voice boomed over the loudspeakers in the gym.<br />
(2)The cheers and applause that erupted from the crowd normally signaled the start<br />
<strong>of</strong> an athletic competition. (3)The event was the <strong>of</strong>ficial opening <strong>of</strong> the third annual,<br />
district-wide competition known as Robo Games. (4)This year’s games were held at<br />
Hollow Creek High School last Saturday night.<br />
(5)Designing a robot that can actually function in reality and perform tasks is a<br />
challenging thing for students to try to do, and these students worked hard to<br />
prepare for the fiercely competitive event. (6)However, the competitive spirit was not<br />
the most important aspect <strong>of</strong> the event. (7)The focus was on the value <strong>of</strong> working<br />
with teammates to achieve a common purpose. (8)The gym was decorated in the<br />
colors representing the competing high schools. (9)The five teams, each consisting<br />
<strong>of</strong> five members, proudly represented South, Valley View, Greenwood, Taft, and<br />
Hollow Creek. (10)Each team designed a robot to push a small, plastic ball through a<br />
maze, at the end <strong>of</strong> which was a cardboard shoebox. (11)Spectators cheered<br />
enthusiastically when the task was completed successfully. (12)The audience groaned<br />
and shouted encouragement when any <strong>of</strong> the robots struggled to complete the task.<br />
(13)The plastic balls had to be pushed into this box.<br />
(14)This event was created by a group <strong>of</strong> area science teachers, including<br />
Hollow Creek’s chemistry teacher, Paula Grant. (15)Mrs. Grant also coached Hollow<br />
Creek’s team. (16)The team finished in second place. (17)The dedicated instructors<br />
who created this event wanted to show students how much fun math and science can<br />
be. (18)Math and science are both subject areas that require careful study.<br />
8
3 Which transitional sentence could best be added after sentence 2?<br />
A<br />
B<br />
C<br />
D<br />
Furthermore, the gym was filled with energy and excitement.<br />
This time, however, the roar was for a math and science event.<br />
In fact, it sounded like a championship basketball game in the gym.<br />
Even so, the noise did not compare to most high school football games.<br />
4 Alan notices that sentence 13 is out <strong>of</strong> sequence. Alan should place this<br />
sentence after —<br />
F sentence 7<br />
G sentence 8<br />
H sentence 10<br />
J sentence 14<br />
5 How can sentences 15 and 16 best be combined without changing their<br />
meaning?<br />
A<br />
B<br />
C<br />
D<br />
Because Mrs. Grant also coached Hollow Creek’s team, the team finished in<br />
second place.<br />
Mrs. Grant also coached Hollow Creek’s team to a second-place finish.<br />
Mrs. Grant also coached Hollow Creek’s team, so they finished in second place.<br />
Though Mrs. Grant also coached Hollow Creek’s team, the team finished in<br />
second place.<br />
9
6 Which sentence should be deleted because it is <strong>of</strong>f topic?<br />
F Sentence 11<br />
G Sentence 12<br />
H Sentence 17<br />
J Sentence 18<br />
10
Go to the next<br />
page and continue<br />
working.<br />
11
Read the next part <strong>of</strong> Alan’s rough draft and use it to answer<br />
questions 7–9. This section has groups <strong>of</strong> underlined words. The<br />
questions ask about these groups <strong>of</strong> underlined words.<br />
(19)Seven weeks ago each school was given an identical box <strong>of</strong> parts for<br />
building a robot. (20)A set <strong>of</strong> rules governing the robot’s design was included in the<br />
kit. (21)Each team would assemble its robot and to use only the parts from the box<br />
and the specified guidelines.<br />
(22)There was no limit to the number <strong>of</strong> students allowed to help with designing<br />
and building the robot. (23)However, only five students could then be chosen as the<br />
<strong>of</strong>ficial team members for the competition. (24)Of those five team members, only<br />
one could control the robot as it navigated the maze. (25)Students were also<br />
directed to a website where they submitted weekly progress reports.<br />
(26)Most students were familiar with the basic principles <strong>of</strong> geometry and<br />
physical science that dictate the process <strong>of</strong> designing a robot. (27)However, some<br />
students had little experience with the physical construction <strong>of</strong> such a device.<br />
(28)Students had to learn how to safely use saws, drills, and other potentially<br />
hazerdous tools. (29)Local engineers, scientists, carpenters, and mechanics, all <strong>of</strong><br />
whom volunteered their time, served as mentors to help guide students through the<br />
process <strong>of</strong> designing and building their robots. (30)These community members<br />
contributed their time and energy to this effort on weekends and after school to help<br />
make the event a success. (31)As Jaime Plantez, a senior at Hollow Creek, said,<br />
“This experience really showed me how important it was to keep my team’s goal in<br />
mind.” (32)His comment underscores the intended purpose <strong>of</strong> this event: to prepare<br />
students for the world beyond the classroom.<br />
12
7 In sentence 21, how is and to use correctly written?<br />
A<br />
B<br />
C<br />
D<br />
using<br />
and using<br />
to use<br />
As it is<br />
8 In sentence 24, how is members, only one correctly written?<br />
F<br />
G<br />
H<br />
J<br />
members. Only one<br />
members; only one<br />
members: only one<br />
As it is<br />
9 In sentence 28, how is hazerdous correctly written?<br />
A<br />
B<br />
C<br />
D<br />
hazzardous<br />
hazardous<br />
hazzerdous<br />
As it is<br />
13
A President’s Home<br />
Eileen’s U.S. History teacher asks the students to write a report about a<br />
famous American historical site. Eileen decides to write about Monticello, a<br />
home designed and built by Thomas Jefferson.<br />
Before beginning her article, Eileen makes these notes. Use them to answer<br />
question 10.<br />
• 5,000-acre plantation home near<br />
Charlottesville, <strong>Virginia</strong><br />
• Talented scientist and architect<br />
• Construction began 1769<br />
— completed 1809<br />
• Drafted the Declaration<br />
<strong>of</strong> Independence<br />
• 43 rooms and 11,000 square<br />
feet when completed<br />
• Sold after Jefferson’s death and<br />
fell into disrepair<br />
• Bought and restored by<br />
Thomas Jefferson Foundation<br />
10 Which fact on the list is least essential to Eileen’s report about Thomas<br />
Jefferson’s home?<br />
F Construction began 1769—completed 1809<br />
G Drafted the Declaration <strong>of</strong> Independence<br />
H 43 rooms and 11,000 square feet when completed<br />
J Sold after Jefferson’s death and fell into disrepair<br />
14
Go to the next<br />
page and continue<br />
working.<br />
15
Here is the first part <strong>of</strong> Eileen’s rough draft. Use it to answer<br />
questions 11–13.<br />
(1)Thomas Jefferson is one <strong>of</strong> the most famous patriots in our country’s history.<br />
(2)Most people know him as the third President <strong>of</strong> the United States and the author<br />
<strong>of</strong> the Declaration <strong>of</strong> Independence. (3)Furthermore, Jefferson is also famous for<br />
founding the University <strong>of</strong> <strong>Virginia</strong> and designing one <strong>of</strong> the most famous structures in<br />
the United States. (4)The building is so admired that it has been featured on a<br />
United States coin. (5)This famous building is Monticello, Jefferson’s home near<br />
Charlottesville, <strong>Virginia</strong>.<br />
(6)During his life, Jefferson held many important political positions, he was also<br />
a talented scientist and architect. (7)Many people believe Monticello was Jefferson’s<br />
true passion. (8)He spent 40 years personally designing, building, and renovating the<br />
home he called his “essay in architecture.”<br />
(9)Jefferson built Monticello on a mountaintop not far from the frontier farm<br />
where he was born. (10)Located on land Jefferson had inherited from his wealthy<br />
father, the house became the center <strong>of</strong> Jefferson’s 5,000-acre plantation. (11)The<br />
home had 43 rooms and covered more than 11,000 square feet when it was<br />
completed. (12)Such a building could not be completed overnight, though.<br />
(13)Monticello was a work in progress for most <strong>of</strong> Jefferson’s life.<br />
(14)Jefferson began clearing the land for the house in 1768, although<br />
construction <strong>of</strong> the original design, which called for only fourteen rooms, began the<br />
following year. (15)Jefferson first moved into the partially completed house in 1770.<br />
(16)He did not have much time, though, to enjoy his new home, as his political<br />
interests soon overtook his attention. (17)Due to Jefferson’s involvement with the<br />
nation’s politics, progress on Monticello over the next several years was steady but<br />
slow. (18)However, the house was essentially finished by 1784 when Jefferson left for<br />
Paris to negotiate a treaty on behalf <strong>of</strong> the U.S. government.<br />
16
11 Eileen discovers this run-on sentence.<br />
During his life, Jefferson held many<br />
important political positions, he was<br />
also a talented scientist and architect.<br />
Which revision is the best way to correct the error?<br />
A<br />
B<br />
C<br />
D<br />
During his life, Jefferson held many important political positions he was also a<br />
talented scientist and architect.<br />
During his life, Jefferson held many important political positions, but he was also a<br />
talented scientist and architect.<br />
During his life, Jefferson held many important political positions: he was also a<br />
talented scientist and architect.<br />
During his life, Jefferson held many important political positions but he was also a<br />
talented scientist and architect.<br />
12 Which <strong>of</strong> these could best be added to the beginning <strong>of</strong> sentence 8 to provide<br />
better transition?<br />
F<br />
G<br />
H<br />
J<br />
In contrast,<br />
However,<br />
In fact,<br />
Nonetheless,<br />
17
13 Eileen wants to add this sentence to paragraph 3 <strong>of</strong> her essay but realizes it is<br />
a fragment.<br />
Using his knowledge <strong>of</strong> mathematics<br />
and European architecture to design his<br />
home.<br />
What is the best way to revise the fragment?<br />
A<br />
B<br />
C<br />
D<br />
He used his knowledge <strong>of</strong> mathematics and European architecture to design<br />
his home.<br />
To design his home, using his knowledge <strong>of</strong> mathematics and<br />
European architecture.<br />
He, using his knowledge <strong>of</strong> mathematics and European architecture, to design<br />
his home.<br />
His knowledge <strong>of</strong> mathematics and European architecture used to design his home.<br />
18
Go to the next<br />
page and continue<br />
working.<br />
19
Read the next part <strong>of</strong> Eileen’s rough draft and use it to answer<br />
questions 14–19. This section has groups <strong>of</strong> underlined words.<br />
The questions ask about these groups <strong>of</strong> underlined words.<br />
(19)Jefferson had expected to be gone only one year, but he remained the<br />
minister to France until 1789. (20)During his years in Paris, Jefferson was influenced<br />
by Europe’s neoclassical architecture, and upon his return to <strong>Virginia</strong>, he decided to<br />
remodel and expand Monticello. (21)The most extensive change he made was the<br />
addition <strong>of</strong> a separate domed ro<strong>of</strong> to the west portico. (22)The domed ro<strong>of</strong> caused<br />
some problems: the plans for the ro<strong>of</strong> needed to be changed, materials had to be<br />
ordered, and the entire second story <strong>of</strong> the house had to be demolished.<br />
(23)Construction <strong>of</strong> the dome was completed in 1800, giving the house the familiar<br />
pr<strong>of</strong>ile famously depicted on United States nickel coins. (24)The image <strong>of</strong> the westfacing<br />
side <strong>of</strong> the home is <strong>of</strong>ten assumed to be Monticello’s front entrance; in fact,<br />
guests usually entered from the east.<br />
(25)Jefferson continued to oversee the remodeling even during his terms as<br />
President. (26)The home’s remodeling was finally completed in 1809, shortly after he<br />
left <strong>of</strong>fice. (27)Beyond the fine architecture, Monticello is known for its botanical<br />
gardens, which served both as a source <strong>of</strong> food and as an experimental laboratory for<br />
Jefferson. (28)He grew more than 330 varieties <strong>of</strong> vegetables in the 1,000-foot-long<br />
garden terrace and 170 different types <strong>of</strong> fruit in Monticello’s two orchards.<br />
(29)Jefferson also grew an assortment <strong>of</strong> medicinal, fragrant and, culinary herbs<br />
throughout the gardens.<br />
20
(30)Jefferson was deeply in debt when he died on July 4, 1826. (31)His<br />
daughter was forced to sell Monticello and most <strong>of</strong> its contents. (32)The home had<br />
fell into neglect for a long period, and many <strong>of</strong> Jefferson’s possessions were sold.<br />
(33)Fortunatly, however, the Thomas Jefferson Foundation, which now owns the<br />
home, has worked hard to restore Monticello to its former glory. (34)Today, most <strong>of</strong><br />
the furnishings in Monticello consist <strong>of</strong> items originally owned by Jefferson. (35)The<br />
remaining contents are period pieces or authentic reproductions. (36)The mansion is<br />
the only house in the United States recognized as a World Heritage Site. (37)It was<br />
also named a national landmark in 1998 by the american Society for Horticultural<br />
science. (38)With more than half a million tourists each year Monticello is one <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>Virginia</strong>’s most popular tourist attractions. (39)Considering the historical importance<br />
<strong>of</strong> this landmark, Monticello’s popularity is not likely to decline anytime soon.<br />
14 In sentence 27, botanical gardens, which served both is correctly written —<br />
F<br />
G<br />
H<br />
J<br />
botanical gardens which served both<br />
botanical gardens which, served both<br />
botanical gardens, which, served both<br />
As it is<br />
21
15 In sentence 29, how is medicinal, fragrant and, culinary correctly written?<br />
A<br />
B<br />
C<br />
D<br />
medicinal, fragrant, and, culinary<br />
medicinal fragrant and culinary<br />
medicinal, fragrant, and culinary<br />
As it is<br />
16 In sentence 32, how is had fell correctly written?<br />
F<br />
G<br />
H<br />
J<br />
falls<br />
has fell<br />
fell<br />
As it is<br />
17 In sentence 33, how is Fortunatly correctly written?<br />
A<br />
B<br />
C<br />
D<br />
Fortunately<br />
Fortuneately<br />
Fortuneatly<br />
As it is<br />
22
18 In sentence 37, how is american Society for Horticultural science<br />
correctly written?<br />
F<br />
G<br />
H<br />
J<br />
american society for Horticultural Science<br />
American society for Horticultural science<br />
American Society for Horticultural Science<br />
As it is<br />
19 In sentence 38, million tourists each year Monticello is correctly written —<br />
A<br />
B<br />
C<br />
D<br />
million tourists each year, Monticello<br />
million tourists each year Monticello,<br />
million tourists, each year, Monticello<br />
As it is<br />
23
A Fundraising Feast<br />
Julius writes a letter to Ms. Petron, the school band director, suggesting a<br />
fundraiser idea.<br />
20 Which <strong>of</strong> these will best help Julius organize his ideas?<br />
F<br />
G<br />
H<br />
J<br />
Searching the Internet for fundraiser information<br />
Writing about a time when he attended a fundraiser<br />
Interviewing his friends about their ideas for fundraisers<br />
Listing the main points related to his idea for the fundraiser<br />
24
Go to the next<br />
page and continue<br />
working.<br />
25
Here is the first part <strong>of</strong> Julius’s rough draft. Use it to answer<br />
questions 21–25.<br />
417 Oak Lane<br />
Middletown, VA 22601<br />
October 2, 2009<br />
Ms. Cynthia Petron, Band Director<br />
Madison High School<br />
555 Grand Avenue<br />
Middletown, VA 22601<br />
Dear Ms. Petron:<br />
(1)Last week students were encouraged to <strong>of</strong>fer suggestions for a fundraiser. (2)Two<br />
significant criteria had to be met. (3)The initial investment should not exceed $250,<br />
and the event should appeal to a broad audience. (4)I have an idea that satisfies<br />
both requirements. (5)Furthermore, this idea for the band to attend the state spring<br />
competitions could, I believe, potentially generate enough money. (6)My fundraiser<br />
suggestion is a medieval feast.<br />
(7)I’m thinking we could hold the feast on a weeknight at school. (8)The school<br />
cafeteria is the ideal location. (9)Not only is the cafeteria familiar to everyone, but<br />
also it is spacious enough to accommodate a large crowd. (10)Our principal,<br />
Mr. Meyers, is very supportive <strong>of</strong> school functions, which is why I am hopeful that he<br />
will permit us to use this space.<br />
26
(11)Spaghetti will make a hearty, inexpensive, and authentic feast. (12)After all,<br />
spaghetti is a medieval food. (13)According to some historians, the explorer Marco<br />
Polo gave pasta, a dish discovered during his journeys to Asia, to his fellow Italians<br />
during the Middle Ages. (14)Guests will enjoy a delicious meal and learn an<br />
interesting fact about a common food. (15)Additionally, Mrs. Simms, our school’s<br />
choir teacher, has informed me that she would be willing to make spaghetti and<br />
meatballs. (16)Mrs. Simms knows many <strong>of</strong> the band parents. (17)She could ask<br />
some <strong>of</strong> them to help her prepare the feast. (18)Of course, members <strong>of</strong> the band will<br />
assist with general cleanup after the dinner.<br />
21 Which is the best way to revise sentence 5 for clarity?<br />
A<br />
B<br />
C<br />
D<br />
Furthermore, I believe for the band this idea to attend the state spring competitions<br />
could potentially generate enough money.<br />
Furthermore, I believe this idea could potentially generate enough money for the<br />
band to attend the state spring competitions.<br />
Furthermore, to attend the state spring competitions for the band, this idea could, I<br />
believe, potentially generate enough money.<br />
Furthermore, for the band, I believe that this idea to attend the state spring<br />
competitions could potentially generate enough money.<br />
27
22 How can Julius best revise sentence 7 for appropriate tone?<br />
F<br />
G<br />
H<br />
J<br />
The feast could easily be held on a weeknight at school.<br />
You have to let us hold the feast on a weeknight at school.<br />
It would be so awesome if we could hold the feast on a weeknight at school!<br />
What do you think about maybe holding the feast on a weeknight at school?<br />
23 Which sentence could Julius best add after sentence 9 to support the ideas in<br />
paragraph 2?<br />
A<br />
B<br />
C<br />
D<br />
Further, supporting the band shows the members that you appreciate them.<br />
Moreover, we need to find new ways for the band to generate funds.<br />
In fact, the whole school will benefit from this sort <strong>of</strong> fundraiser.<br />
In addition, the room is available most evenings.<br />
24 Which word would best replace gave in sentence 13 to make the meaning<br />
more precise?<br />
F<br />
G<br />
H<br />
J<br />
showed<br />
<strong>of</strong>fered<br />
brought<br />
introduced<br />
28
25 Read these sentences from Julius’s rough draft.<br />
(16)Mrs. Simms knows many <strong>of</strong> the<br />
band parents. (17)She could ask some<br />
<strong>of</strong> them to help her prepare the feast.<br />
How can Julius best combine these sentences without changing<br />
their meaning?<br />
A<br />
B<br />
C<br />
D<br />
Mrs. Simms knows many <strong>of</strong> the band parents, but she could ask some <strong>of</strong> them to<br />
help her prepare the feast.<br />
Since Mrs. Simms knows many <strong>of</strong> the band parents, she could ask some <strong>of</strong> them to<br />
help her prepare the feast.<br />
Mrs. Simms knows many <strong>of</strong> the band parents, or she could ask some <strong>of</strong> them to<br />
help her prepare the feast.<br />
Though Mrs. Simms knows many <strong>of</strong> the band parents, she could ask some <strong>of</strong> them<br />
to help her prepare the feast.<br />
29
Read the next part <strong>of</strong> Julius’s rough draft and use it to answer<br />
questions 26–29. This section has groups <strong>of</strong> underlined words. The<br />
questions ask about these groups <strong>of</strong> underlined words.<br />
(19)There are a number <strong>of</strong> inexpensive ways to make this event a success. (20)To<br />
further enrich the atmosphere, our drama teacher, Mr. Yonkowski, could provide<br />
costumes from the period. (21)These costumes can be worn by senior band<br />
members who will serve the feast. (22)Since we <strong>of</strong>ten play music for the drama<br />
club’s productions, Mr. Yonkowski would be happy to help us. (23)Some <strong>of</strong> the junior<br />
band members could play authentic period music and to enhance the evening’s<br />
atmosphere. (24)The performance would give these band members a great<br />
opportunity: the chance to be the featured entertainment.<br />
(25)This unique and entertaining event has the potential to be an even greater<br />
success than last year’s leaf-raking fundraiser. (26)The spaghetti will be delicious, the<br />
costumes adding a measure <strong>of</strong> authenticity, and the music will be a rare treat for both<br />
the audience and the performers. (27)The overall effect will be like walking into the<br />
pages <strong>of</strong> a medieval history book. (28)Guests can take a brief journey back in time<br />
while you enjoy first-rate food and entertainment. (29)Furthermore, an authentic<br />
Middle-Ages feast would help set this fundraiser apart from others and provide an<br />
enjoyable and memorable experience for all involved. (30)I am absolutly convinced<br />
that this fundraiser could be a tremendous success.<br />
(31)Please consider my idea for the fundraiser. (32)I thank you for allowing us<br />
this opportunity.<br />
Sincerely,<br />
Julius Mercer<br />
30
26 In sentence 23, how is and to enhance correctly written?<br />
F<br />
G<br />
H<br />
J<br />
and enhancing<br />
to be enhancing<br />
to enhance<br />
As it is<br />
27 In sentence 26, how is adding correctly written?<br />
A<br />
B<br />
C<br />
D<br />
add<br />
added<br />
will add<br />
As it is<br />
28 In sentence 28, how is you correctly written?<br />
F<br />
G<br />
H<br />
J<br />
they<br />
we<br />
those<br />
As it is<br />
31
29 In sentence 30, how is absolutly correctly written?<br />
A<br />
B<br />
C<br />
D<br />
absolutely<br />
absoluteley<br />
absolutley<br />
As it is<br />
32
Go to the next<br />
page and continue<br />
working.<br />
33
You do not need to read a passage to answer the following question. Read and<br />
answer the question.<br />
30 Read this sentence.<br />
The researchers, including a team from<br />
Norway spent two years drilling ice<br />
cores in Antarctica.<br />
In this sentence, how is researchers, including a team from Norway spent<br />
correctly written?<br />
F<br />
G<br />
H<br />
J<br />
researchers including a team from Norway spent<br />
researchers including a team from Norway, spent<br />
researchers, including a team from Norway, spent<br />
As it is<br />
34
Answer Key-EOC002-W0110<br />
Test Sequence<br />
Number Correct Answer<br />
Reporting<br />
Category<br />
Reporting Category Description<br />
1 A 001 Plan, compose, and revise in a variety <strong>of</strong> forms for a variety <strong>of</strong> purposes<br />
2 J 001 Plan, compose, and revise in a variety <strong>of</strong> forms for a variety <strong>of</strong> purposes<br />
3 B 001 Plan, compose, and revise in a variety <strong>of</strong> forms for a variety <strong>of</strong> purposes<br />
4 H 001 Plan, compose, and revise in a variety <strong>of</strong> forms for a variety <strong>of</strong> purposes<br />
5 B 001 Plan, compose, and revise in a variety <strong>of</strong> forms for a variety <strong>of</strong> purposes<br />
6 J 001 Plan, compose, and revise in a variety <strong>of</strong> forms for a variety <strong>of</strong> purposes<br />
7 A 002 Edit for correct use <strong>of</strong> language, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling<br />
8 J 002 Edit for correct use <strong>of</strong> language, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling<br />
9 B 002 Edit for correct use <strong>of</strong> language, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling<br />
10 G 001 Plan, compose, and revise in a variety <strong>of</strong> forms for a variety <strong>of</strong> purposes<br />
11 B 001 Plan, compose, and revise in a variety <strong>of</strong> forms for a variety <strong>of</strong> purposes<br />
12 H 001 Plan, compose, and revise in a variety <strong>of</strong> forms for a variety <strong>of</strong> purposes<br />
13 A 001 Plan, compose, and revise in a variety <strong>of</strong> forms for a variety <strong>of</strong> purposes<br />
14 J 002 Edit for correct use <strong>of</strong> language, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling<br />
15 C 002 Edit for correct use <strong>of</strong> language, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling<br />
16 H 002 Edit for correct use <strong>of</strong> language, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling<br />
17 A 002 Edit for correct use <strong>of</strong> language, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling<br />
18 H 002 Edit for correct use <strong>of</strong> language, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling<br />
19 A 002 Edit for correct use <strong>of</strong> language, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling<br />
20 J 001 Plan, compose, and revise in a variety <strong>of</strong> forms for a variety <strong>of</strong> purposes<br />
21 B 001 Plan, compose, and revise in a variety <strong>of</strong> forms for a variety <strong>of</strong> purposes<br />
22 F 001 Plan, compose, and revise in a variety <strong>of</strong> forms for a variety <strong>of</strong> purposes<br />
23 D 001 Plan, compose, and revise in a variety <strong>of</strong> forms for a variety <strong>of</strong> purposes<br />
24 J 001 Plan, compose, and revise in a variety <strong>of</strong> forms for a variety <strong>of</strong> purposes<br />
25 B 001 Plan, compose, and revise in a variety <strong>of</strong> forms for a variety <strong>of</strong> purposes<br />
26 H 002 Edit for correct use <strong>of</strong> language, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling<br />
27 C 002 Edit for correct use <strong>of</strong> language, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling<br />
28 F 002 Edit for correct use <strong>of</strong> language, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling<br />
29 A 002 Edit for correct use <strong>of</strong> language, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling<br />
30 H 002 Edit for correct use <strong>of</strong> language, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling
Spring 2010 Released<br />
EOC Standards <strong>of</strong> Learning Writing Test<br />
Total Raw Score to Scaled Score Conversion Table for<br />
Multiple Choice Form W0110 Administered with Prompt 1653<br />
Total Raw Score<br />
Number <strong>of</strong> Multiple Choice Items<br />
Answered Correctly Added to the<br />
Number <strong>of</strong> Points Earned on the<br />
Short Paper<br />
0 000<br />
1 022<br />
2 043<br />
3 065<br />
4 086<br />
5 108<br />
6 129<br />
7 192<br />
8 224<br />
9 244<br />
10 258<br />
11 269<br />
12 279<br />
13 287<br />
14 294<br />
15 301<br />
16 308<br />
17 314<br />
18 320<br />
19 325<br />
20 331<br />
21 336<br />
22 342<br />
23 347<br />
24 352<br />
25 358<br />
26 363<br />
27 368<br />
28 374<br />
29 379<br />
30 384<br />
31 389<br />
32 395<br />
33 400<br />
34 406<br />
35 411<br />
36 417<br />
37 422<br />
38 428<br />
39 434<br />
40 441<br />
41 448<br />
42 455<br />
43 463<br />
44 471<br />
45 481<br />
46 492<br />
47 504<br />
48 518<br />
49 533<br />
50 550<br />
51 570<br />
52 594<br />
53 600<br />
54 600<br />
Total Scaled Score<br />
A total raw score (left<br />
column) is converted to a<br />
total scaled score (right<br />
column). The total scaled<br />
score may range from 0 to<br />
600.<br />
A scaled score <strong>of</strong> 400 or<br />
more means the student<br />
passed the SOL test, while<br />
a scaled score <strong>of</strong> 399 or<br />
less means the student did<br />
not pass the test. A<br />
scaled score <strong>of</strong> 500 or<br />
more indicates the student<br />
passed the SOL test at an<br />
advanced level.